Thousands more lined the streets around the city to cheer on those running in the inaugural Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon, which set off from Headingley Stadium this morning (Sunday).
The new marathon takes inspiration from fundraising challenges undertaken by Rob’s former teammate and friend Kevin Sinfield, who has worked alongside Rob and his family to raise awareness and funds to support those affected by the condition, with his various marathon challenges helping to raise millions.
There was a hugely emotional moment when Kevin picked up Rob from the specially-designed wheelchair that he had pushed him around the 26.2 mile course in and carried him over the finishing line.
Sunday’s event, plus the Leeds Half Marathon which also took place on Sunday, has already surpassed the £1m fundraising mark.
Below is a gallery of 30 pictures from an incredible day in Leeds:
25. Friendship
There was a hugely emotional moment as Rob Burrow was lifted over the line by his friend Kevin Sinfield Photo: Steve Riding
26. Kevin Sinfield kisses Rob Burrow
Kevin Sinfield kisses Rob Burrow as he carries him across the finish line of the 2023 Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon Photo: Danny Lawson
27. The Rob Burrow Marathon finish
Runners arriving at the finish line Photo: Steve Riding
28. Finish
Applause rung out as the thousands of runners completed the marathon Photo: Steve Riding